Junior Buyer

**eCAMION is seeking a Junior Buyer to join our team in Scarborough, ON.**

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Buyer to be responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products for our business. Your responsibilities will include processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance and liaising with inventory, production, design, engineering teams and management. The buyer will work with staff across departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand.

The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is advantageous.

**Responsibilities**:
Research, select and purchase quality parts, products and materials.

Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.

Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.

Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.

Assist to arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.

Coordinate with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required.

Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.

**Requirements**:
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).

Critical thinking and negotiation skills.

ERP experience.

Electrical, electronic and mechanical knowledge is an asset.

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.

Relevant experience preferred.

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Scarborough, ON M1P 3A9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person